Ingredients
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1 c. sugar
grated zest of 1 lemon
1 stick butter (room temperature)
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. pecan halves
additional sugar on which to roll cookie logs
Preparation
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Blend and beat together the zest, sugar, butter and egg. Add the flour, baking powder and lemon juice. Blend well. Divide the mixture into 2 portions. On foil, form each into a long cylinder. Wrap and chill for several hours. When ready to bake, roll the dough in sugar and slice 1/4-inch thick. Place on buttered baking sheets, leaving room between each cookie. Top with a pecan half and bake at 400\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 2 1/2 dozen.
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